It's the day after the hard-fought yet positive victory in Verona. A peculiar evening in a lackluster environment devoid of enthusiasm from the Rossoneri fans, who are increasingly at odds with Cardinale and RedBird.
Meanwhile, on the pitch, three precious points were secured, vital for Milan’s journey in Serie A but even more critical for morale, which is currently nearing an all-time low. The best player on the pitch? Youssouf Fofana dominated at the Bentegodi and provided an assist for Reijnders. Today’s focus is dedicated to the Frenchman.
Building confidence with Tijjani Reijnders at Milan
The partnership between Fofana and the Dutch Rossoneri goal-scorer is now a well-oiled midfield duo. Given the limited availability of midfielders in the squad (with Bennacer returning to group training today), Fonseca has wisely entrusted the keys of the midfield to two players who are truly exceeding all expectations. At the moment, Fofana can be considered the only genuine and significant reinforcement from the summer transfer campaign. One goal this season and five assists already on record. His trademark? A penetrating through pass that splits opposing defenses, as seen yesterday in Verona or earlier in Cagliari for Rafa Leao. Alongside Reijnders, the former Monaco midfielder appears to have found a partner who complements both the tactical and dynamic aspects of the game: Fofana runs and provides assists, Reijnders scores goals.
AC Milan's Youssouf Fofana Is Irreplaceable: What an Impact on the Team!
The Frenchman has become a true cornerstone of this group—not just a shield in front of the defense but also a provider of assists. Against Verona, he found an extraordinary corridor, almost like a trequartista, to set up Reijnders. He is Milan's best signing of the summer transfer window. Only in the 2021/22 season (four assists in 33 appearances) and 2023/24 season (four in 32 games), both with Monaco, had Youssouf delivered more assists in a single season in Europe’s top five leagues. In this Serie A campaign, he already has three in 15 matches for Milan. If Milan has managed to regain some balance in midfield and concede fewer goals at the back, you know who to thank: Youssouf Fofana.
Source: Milannews.it
